419-584-1444 - Auglaize and Mercer Counties Convention Visitors

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The Auglaize & Mercer Counties Visitors Guide
is available free at the CVB office,
area Chambers of Commerce
and other locations.
Auglaize & Mercer Counties
Convention & Visitors Bureau
900 Edgewater Drive,
St. Marys, Ohio 45885
419-394-1294
800-860-4726
www.SeeMore.org
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The Auglaize & Mercer County Visitors Guide
is a publication of
The Lima News
3515 Elida Road, Lima, Ohio 45807
419-223-1010
www.LimaOhio.com
The guide is published yearly by The Lima News
in cooperation with the
Auglaize & Mercer Counties Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The Auglaize & Mercer County Visitors Guide all rights reserved.
No portion of the Visitors Guide may be reproduced without
written consent.
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Cover: Josh Hines
Photos: Large Cover Photo: Dave Shaner
Photos Also Supplied by: Shelley Grieshop, Grand Lake Gallery
Deb Borns, Celina, John Zwez, Wapakoneta
Jeff Pontsler, Rockford
Armstrong Air & Space Museum
Fort Recovery
Museums
Bicycle Museum of America
Grand Lake St. Marys
The Lighthouses of Grand Lake
Miami & Erie Canal
Religious Attractions
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The Land Of The Cross-Tipped
Churches
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Area Map
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Courthouses
Camping
Area Attractions
Things To Do
Area Information
2015 Major Events
Hotels, Cabins and Cottages
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ground while the Infinity Room will deceive your senses. There are
numerous interactive exhibits that make the Museum a fun and educational
stop for the entire family.
Neil Armstrong
earned his
pilot’s license
before he
could get his
driver’s license.
The Museum is open year round. From April through September, it is open
7 days a week, 9:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 5
pm on Sunday. Off season hours (from October through March) the
museum is open six days a week - closed Mondays. Hours are 9:30 am to
5 pm Tuesday through Saturday and noon to 5 pm on Sundays. Closed on
New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Groups of all ages are
welcome to embark on a guided tour of the museum. Contact the museum
to make reservations and secure group rates.
Wow!
The Moonrock
on display at
the Armstrong
Air & Space
Museum is believed
to be 4.5 Billion
Years Old!
500 S. Apollo Dr., Wapakoneta, OH 45895
800.860.0142 • www.armstrongmuseum.org
Ohio’s contributions to space flight. Among the items on
display are an F5D Skylancer, the Gemini VIII spacecraft,
Apollo 11 artifacts, a working model of the Curiosity rover,
and a moon rock. You can also view artifacts from ArmIt was an event that drew the attention of the entire nation,
strong’s life and see how a young man from small town
an achievement that astounded the world and you can see
what led up to those first steps onto the surface of the moon America went on to become the first man to walk on the
at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum in Wapakoneta, Ohio. moon and a reluctant celebrity.
Tues-Sat: 9:30-5
Sunday: 12-5
Closed Monday
April-September
Mon-Sat: 9:30-5
Sunday: 12-5
500 Apollo Dr, Wapakoneta
www.armstrongmuseum.org
419-738-8811
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In the Museum’s Astro Theater, multimedia presentations of
the sights and sounds of space unfold against a starry back-
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Named in honor of Wapakoneta-native Neil Armstrong, first
person to set foot on the moon, this museum chronicles
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1 Fortsite St., Fort Recovery, OH 45846
800.238.8920 • www.fortrecoverymuseum.com
On a small triangle of land along the Wabash River, two
significant battles (1791, 1794) forever changed the course
of this country’s history. The first battle, “The Battle of The
Wabash,” resulted in the greatest loss ever suffered by the
United States Army and the greatest victory ever for the
Native Americans! Nine hundred of this young nation’s 1200
soldiers were killed or mortally wounded at the hands of
nearly 1500 warriors under the command of Miami Chief,
Little Turtle and Shawnee Chief Blue Jacket.
Three years later, “The Battle of Fort Recovery” took place
on the same triangle along the Wabash. However, with the
protection of the fort, nearly 250 soldiers were able to resist a
relentless two day attack by a confederation of 2500 warriors.
After the defeat, Little Turtle said he would never again fight
the American Army, saying, “To do so would be suicide to my
people.”. This battle was an important step ultimately
leading to the signing of the Treaty of Greenville and
opening up the lands of the Northwest Territory for American
settlement . The success of the US Legion at Fort Recovery
and Fallen Timbers proved that the United States had a
viable army, was in control of its territories and insured the
survival of this new nation.
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blockhouses and connecting stockade , along with two log
cabins with exhibits of early colonial furnishings and tools.
The adjacent museum houses accurately detailed figures of
Wayne’s Legion. Also of interest are the Native American
history, models and artifacts, all of which tell the stories of
those proud people. Fort Recovery Monument Park features
an obelisk monument that stands over 100 feet high in honor
of the soldiers who died in both battles, and whose remains
are buried under that monument.
The 1791 battle
at what is now
Fort Recovery
was the greatest percentage
loss ever
suffered by the
United States
Army. 900 of
this county’s
1200 soldiers
were killed in
that battle.
Open Weekends in May and September (12:00-5:00), 7 days a
week in June, July and August, 12:00-5:00. $5.00 adults, $2.00
ages 7-12. Personal/group tours available with $25 minimum
admission. 419-375-4649. www.fortrecoverymuseum.com
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Visitors to present day Fort Recovery see history come alive
through the reconstructed fort with the two-story
Visit Mercer County
with its quaint
towns, historic sites,
unique shops and
recreational activities.
Fort
This partial reconstruction of the Fort of Recovery
features two 20 ft. x 20 ft. two-story blockhouses with
connecting stockades. Inside the fort area is located the
corner marker of the Greenville Treaty Line, which was
established by the 1795 Greenville Treaty.
Monument Park
We have a new look in
Downtown Celina on the
shores of Grand Lake
In 1908, President William Howard Taft signed a bill for
the construction of the Fort Recovery Monument to
recognize the significance of the military events that occured
there, and to give a final resting place to all soldiers who died in
the battles. The obelisk memorial and burial crypt underneath
were built in 1912 and dedicated on July 1, 1913.
- Come check us out!
Museum
On floors one and two, with completely new exhibits, Fort
Recovery State Museum houses one of the finest military
museums in the country. On the third floor is the largest
prehistoric artifact collection on display in Ohio.
CELINA-MERCER COUNTY
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Franke Walkway
This bucolic walkway links Fort Site Park to the Fort
Recovery State Museum. Signs lining the walk detail
the early history of the village as well as the two
greatest Indian battles ever to take place in the United
States, battles that occured on this very ground.
See two restored log cabins, one depicting home life in
the early 1800’s, the other containing many old farm
and hand tools. Descriptions of contents make the sites
interesting and educational.
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Pioneer Cabins
See also: Indian Memorial Park; Pioneer Cemetary; Wabash River Source;
Fort Recovery Community Museum
Open: June - August: 12-5 daily
1 Fortsite Street
May and September: 12-5, Sat., Sun., Holidays
Fort Recovery, OH 45846
Tours - Schedule Anytime - 800-283-8920
www.fortrecoverymuseum.com
Adults - $5.00 • Children - $2.00
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226 N. Main St., Celina, OH 45822
(419) 586-2219
www.celinamercer.com
www.celinadowntown.com
Local History Museums
The Fort Recovery State Museum has
the largest displayed collection of
sandal sole gorgets in the United
States. These rare, shell, personal
adornments were worn by the Native
Americans in the area 3,000 to 10,000
years ago.
An appreciation of the local heritage can be seen in the many area history museums. Unless otherwise stated, the hours
open are limited, but all can be viewed by appointment. Group tours are also available. Call for more information.
Auglaize County Historical Society - Mooney Museum
223 S. Main St., St. Marys 45885
419-394-5243
Open Fri-Sat & Sun 1-4pm
Auglaize County Historical Society-Wapakoneta Museum
206 W. Main St., Wapakoneta 45895
419-738-9701
Open Sun-Mon & Tues 1-4pm
Buckland Historical Museum
Buckland Community Center
419-657-6569
Cridersville Historical Museum
111 West Sugar St., Cridersville
419-645-5955
Maria Stein Heritage Museum
2291 St. Johns Rd., Maria Stein 45860
419-925-4532 • www.mariasteincenter.org
Admission by donation.
Tues - Sun Noon-4:30 p.m. Closed Mondays & holidays.
Mercer County Historical Museum
130 E. Market St., Celina 45822
419-678-2614 • [email protected].
Minster Historical Society
112 W. Fourth Street, Minster 45865
419-628-4600
New Bremen Historical Assoc. Museum
120 N. Main St., P.O. Box 73, New Bremen 45869
419-629-8902 • www.newbremenhistory.org
New Knoxville Historical Museum
107 E. German St., New Knoxville 45871
419-753-2721
Shanes Crossing Historical Museum
151 East Columbia St., Rockford 45882
419-363-2998
Open weekdays during village office hours.
Uniopolis Historical Museum
75 E Ohio St., Uniopolis 45888
419-568-5586
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7 West Monroe St., New Bremen, OH 45869
419-629-9249 - www.bicyclemuseum.com
Additional collections of gemstones, inaugural
medals and a Company C flag that accompanied
a local contingent during the Civil War are also
on display. The museum is always changing and
evolving making each visitor experience unique.
Make plans to visit this incredible private museum.
Winter Hours Mon-Fri: 9 am-5pm, Sat: 10am-2pm,
Summer Hours Mon-Fri: 9am-7pm, Sat. 10am-2pm,
Closed Sundays.
Take a ride down memory lane...
The Bicycle Museum of America houses a rich
source of bicycle history with over 350 examples
on display. Examples of the collection include
a bicycle outfitted for the U.S. Army infantry in
the 1890s and the famed bicycle from the film
Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure. You will also see a
monocycle on display that was used in the closing
ceremonies of the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics.
Check out the Bowden fiberglass bicycles, a
collection of wooden bicycles, many highwheelers,
and historic racing bicycles. The museum also has
a model of an 1816 German-designed bicycle.
Sting-rays from the 1960s and balloon-tired
bicycles from the 1950s fill the historical interior
with nostalgia.
Admission: $3 Adults, $2 Seniors, $1 Students.
Guided Group tours by appointment.
For more information, call (419) 629-9249 or visit
www.bicyclemuseum.com.
Wow!
The Bicycle Museum of
America has the bicycle on
display that was the center
of the plot in the movie
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure.
For serious bicyclists, the museum offers unique
look into the history of a beloved sport. For most,
it is an opportunity to stroll down memory lane.
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Families have long enjoyed vacationing at beautiful Grand
Lake St. Marys. Ohio’s largest inland lake has been a
destination for boating, swimming, fishing and picnicking for
many generations.
APPRECIATE THE HISTORY
Constructed by man, without power equipment, Grand Lake
St. Marys served as a feeder lake for the Miami-Erie Canal.
At its completion in 1845, it was the largest man made lake
in the world and is still the largest hand dug lake. Workers received 30 cents a day and a jigger of whiskey for their
labors. In the early 1890’s the lake became the site of the first
off-shore oil drilling platform. By 1915 there were more than
150 oil wells in the lake. Other past business ventures on the
lake included ice harvesting and commercial fisheries. It was
also the location of a large amusement park, dance halls and
church camps.
ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Today Grand Lake St. Marys State Park consists of nearly
600 acres of prime lakeside parkland. You will find trails and
walkways, great access to fishing, swimming beaches, picnic
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amenities, excellent bird watching, public boat launch
areas and a large, well maintained state campground.
You’ll also find: Year round fishing, with many tournaments
held on the lake each year • Sport fishing species include
bass, crappie, perch, bluegill, catfish & walleye • Three
pair of nesting American bald eagles • Over 10 miles of
local nature hiking & biking trails • Excellent goose and
duck hunting • A state fish hatchery • Snowmobiling •
Waterfowl refuge and wetlands nature observation decks
and trails • Handicap access fishing piers and boat docks
• Kayaking clubs • Ice Fishing • Four bait & tackle shops
around the lake •Great for Bird Watching - with a wide
variety of waterfowl and migratory birds.
WHEN VISITING GRAND LAKE ST. MARYS
DON’T MISS:
The 3 lighthouses on the lake • The many lakeside
festivals, concerts, races and other fun events • The great
local cuisine and lakeside dining available at a number of
local restaurants.
BRING YOUR BOAT
You’ll find: 13,500 acres of water and 52 miles of shoreline
• Four boater’s beaches •Unlimited horsepower • Boat
rentals available • 35 boat launch ramps - including seven
free public launch sites • 11 restaurants and bars with lake
access offering a wide variety of food and beverage • Both
Moose and Eagles Lodges with their own marinas and a
large number of courtesy docks • Open skiing
• Excellent sailing lake • Three full service marinas • Fun
boating events such as the LIA Barstool Open and Boat
Decorating Contest, the Lake Festival Boat Poker Run and
the Governor’s Cup Regatta • St. Marys Boat Club and
their twice monthly sailboat races •Watching fireworks,
hydroplane boat races and Lakeshore Park concerts are
even more enjoyable from the deck of your boat.
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A continental divide runs through Mercer
and Auglaize Counties. The water from
the east side of the lake heads north and
makes its way to Lake Erie. The water
from the west side of the lake flows south
and eventually into the Gulf of Mexico.
STAY FOR A WHILE
From primitive campsites to lakeside, Jacuzzi hotel
suites to homey cottages, you will find a wide
variety of lodging options for your visit including
two hotels with lake views, two hotels with docks
available for guests, over 1,600 camp sites along
the lake and many cottages, cabins and overnight
facilities.
Marinas
Bayview Sun & Snow Marina
5350 Bayview Rd., Celina 45822
419-268-2726 • www.bayviewsunandsnow.com
D & W Marina
7001 Cottonwood Dr., Celina 45822
419-268-2280
Freedom Outdoors
215 Gordon Park Dr., St. Marys 45885
419-394-9321 • www.freedomoutdoors.com
Kozy Marina
8500 State Route 703 East, Celina 45822
419-394-8797 • www.kozymarina.com
St. Marys Boat Club
937 Edgewater Dr., St. Marys 45885
419-300-7622 • www.stmarysboatclub.com
The Boathouse at Grand Lake
1112 S Main St., Celina 45822
419-586-6657
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Grand Lake St. Marys was the
site of the first off shore oil wells
in the world.
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as you view these stunning lighthouses on Grand Lake
St. Marys. Although it is an oddity for an inland lake to possess a lighthouse, Grand Lake St. Marys is proud to boast of
three such structures.
NORTHWOOD
LIGHTHOUSE
This 1923 Eddystone
Lighhouse is a monument to
the original English Channel
Beacon. In the early days it
operated under a
government license from
April to November. Located
on the north shore between
Celina and St. Marys.
Viewing from lake only.
(National Registry of
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ROTARY LIGHTHOUSE
US Route 127 and Lake
Shore Drive, Celina, OH
This forty foot working lighthouse welcomes visitors to
Celina each evening. Built
in 1986 by the Celina Rotary
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wrought iron observation
deck encircling it for those
who wish a “grander” view
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BEHM’S LIGHTHOUSE
This beautiful stately
structure was dedicated on
April 19, 2003 in memory of
Stanley Mike Grimm, who
perished in an auto
accident in 1997. The
operating marine light can
be seen up to seven miles.
It can be viewed on the
south shore of the lake at
5444 Behm Rd. at
Behm’s Landing.
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Step Back in Time along the Miami
and Erie Canal
pond, prairie area and woodlands, provides a great spot for
primitive camping, picnicking or just enjoying nature.
The Miami & Erie Canal was significant in the development
of Ohio as settlers found an easier way into the wilderness
and commerce found a cheaper route to markets.
Beginning in 1825, it took 20 years to construct the 249
miles of canal from Cincinnati to Toledo and cost more
than $8 million. Irish, French and German immigrants, who
labored for 30 cents a day plus a jigger of whiskey, manually
moved trees, rocks and soil to create the waterway through
the wilderness. The peak year for canal use was 1851 with
over 400 boats moving freight and passengers. As railroad
use increased, commercial use of the canal diminished. The
final blow was the Great Flood of 1913 which destroyed
portions of the waterway.
In St. Marys, Memorial Park is home to the Belle of St.
Marys, a replica canal boat and also features a covered
bridge, clock tower and a lovely brick walkway along the
canal trail to restored Lock 13. While in St. Marys, check out
Grand Lake St. Marys, Ohio’s largest inland lake. This 13,500
acre manmade body of water originally served as a source
of water for the canal.
NATIONAL MARIAN SHRINE OF THE HOLY RELICS
2291 St. Johns Rd., Maria Stein 45860 419­-925-­4532
www.mariasteincenter.org
The beautifully ornate shrine was built in 1890 by the Sisters
of the Precious Blood and contains approximately 1000 relics
of the saints, the second largest collection of its type in the
United States. Visitors are also invited to visit the
Eucharistic Chapel, Heritage Museum and Gift Shop. The
peaceful grounds offer a chance for reflection in the Statue
Garden, the Chapel in the Woods and the Angel Garden.
Group guided tours by appointment. Hours: Mon. thru
Thurs.: 9:30am-6:00pm, Fri. & Sat.: 9:30am-4:00pm,
Sun.: Noon-4:00pm, Closed Mondays and Holidays.
No admission charge. Donations gratefully accepted.
SPIRITUAL CENTER OF MARIA STEIN
2365 St. Johns Road P.O. Box 95, Maria Stein, OH 45860,
419­-925-­7625 www.spiritualcenter.net
The Spiritual Center Retreat House is a unique place to experience God’s Peace and Guidance. Arrangements can be
made for group or private retreats. A chapel, meeting rooms,
dining rooms and recreation hall are available. Mysteries of
the Rosary along gravel paths and a Respect Life Memorial
are added attractions in the lovely wooded setting.
A great place to begin local exploration of the canal is the
Miami & Erie Canal Visitors Center at Lock One in New
Bremen. The center offers numerous exhibits and displays
and the lock has been restored to its 1910 appearance with
wooden gates and a spillway bypass. While in New Bremen
be sure to appreciate the many restored canal era buildings.
Just north of the village along the canal is the
Keunning-Dicke Natural Area. The 67 acre parcel, with a
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Phone: 419-586-4209
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ST. CHARLES CENTER & SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY
2860 U.S. Route 127 South, Celina 45822 419-­925­-4516
www.st­charles­cpps.org www.saintcharlesseniorliving.com.
This magnificent former seminary was founded in 1861 by the
Missionaries of the Precious Blood; the current structure is
a late gothic revival building. The awesome facility features
a 370 foot frontage and is topped by a five story octagonal
dome. The facilities Chapel of the Assumption is home to an
incredible two­story mosaic custom made in Germany and
installed in 1961. A portion of the building now serves as a
senior living community featuring modern apartments with
contemporary amenities. Group tours by appointment.
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This scenic byway consists of sixty buildings representing the German
Catholic settlements of southern Auglaize and Mercer Counties, as well
as portions of northern Darke and Shelby Counties, which were placed
on the National Register of Historic Places. Consisting of churches,
schools, rectories and convents, this grouping is symbolic of the cultural
and historical uniqueness of the region. Today, these structures remind
us of the hard work and dedication of these early settlers as they built the
Miami-Erie Canal and forged a new life on the area’s rich and productive
farmland. Trips through the rural countryside follow the quaint churches
with their cross tipped “spires to heaven” and include stops at the focal
points of the region: the former convent at Maria Stein; St. Augustine
Church - the original Mother Church of the area at Minster and
St. Charles Center, the magnificent and impressive former seminary
at Carthagena.
Call 800-860-4726 for group
tours or visit
www.grandlake.net/lctc
1. Immaculate Conception Rectory
116 N. Mill St., Botkins, OH
2. Gruenwald Convent (PRIVATE RESIDENCE)
Cassella-Montezuma Rd.
3. Holy Family Church (1866)
14 E. Wood St., Frenchtown
4. Holy Trinity Church and Rectory (1899)
116 E. Main St., Coldwater
5. Immaculate Conception
Church Complex (1903)
229 W. Anthony St., Celina
6. National Marian Shrine of the Holy Relics
(1892) and Former Convent (1900)
2291 St. Johns Rd., Maria Stein
7. Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church
and rectory (1858)
6524 State Route 119, Cassella
8. Precious Blood School and Rectory (1903)
35 S. Maple St., Chickasaw
9. Sacred Heart of Jesus Rectory (1882)
9333 State Route 119, McCartyville
10.St. Aloysius Church (1877)
State Route 274, Carthagena
11.St. Anthony Church (1869)
471 St. Anthony Rd., St. Anthony
12.St. Augustine Church (1849)
48 N. Hanover, Minster
13.St. Bernard Church and Rectory (1924)
75 W. Main St., Burkettsville
14.St. Charles Seminary and Chapel (1906)
U.S. Route 127, Carthagena
15.St. Francis Church and Rectory (1906)
1509 Cranberry Rd., Cranberry Prairie
16.St. Henry Church (1897)
272 E. Main St., St. Henry
17.St. John Church and Parish Hall (1850)
Schemel and Van Buren Sts., Fryburg
18.St. John the Baptist Church and Rectory (1889)
8533 State Route 119, Maria Stein
19.St. Joseph Church and Rectory (1887)
State Route 364, Egypt
20.St. Joseph Church and Rectory (1866)
1689 St. Joseph Rd., St. Joseph
21.St. Joseph Church and School (1911)
101 W. Pearl St., Wapakoneta
22.St. Louis Church and Rectory (1914)
15 Star Rd., North Star
23.St. Mary Church and Rectory (1871)
3821 Philothea Rd., Philothea
24.St. Michael Church Complex (1881)
33 Elm St., Ft. Loramie
25.St. Nicholas Church and Rectory (1908)
128 Church St., Osgood
26.St. Patrick Church (1884)
Glynwood Rd., Glynwood
27. St. Patrick Church and Rectory Marker
Hoying and Wright-Puthoff Rds., St. Patrick
28.St. Paul Church and Rectory (1888)
Sharpsburg Rd., Sharpsburg
29.St. Peter Church and Rectory (1904)
1477 Philothea Rd., St. Peter
30.St. Remy Church (1840)
108 E. Main St., Russia
31.St. Rose Church Complex (1911)
7428 State Route 119, St. Rose
32.St. Sebastian Church and Rectory (1903)
3280 County Rd 716A, St. Sebastion
33.St. Wendelin Church Complex (1870)
2980 Ft. Recovery-Minster Rd., Wendelin
34.Trinity Church Complex (1885)
State Route 67, Trinity, IN
2291 Saint Johns Road
Maria Stein, OH 45860
419.925.4532
Maria Stein Shrine
of the Holy Relics
Visit the Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics
home of over1000 relics and centered in the
“Land of the Cross Tipped Churches”.
Some of the more popular relics include
the relic of the True Cross and the relic
of St. Peregrine; patron of those with cancer.
Several healing prayer services
are offered thoughout the year with the relic.
Visit our website calendar for dates.
The Shrine also is home to a Heritage Museum.
This museum highlights the history of the
Catholic faith and the contribution of the Sisters
of the Precious Blood to this region.
*Please note that the museum is undergoing extensive
renovation and will re-open late June 2015.
The Adoration Chapel at the Shrine has exposition
of the Blessed Sacrament on Tuesdays,
Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 5 PM
Public is welcome.
We invite you to visit
our beautiful building and
peaceful grounds with prayer gardens and
an outdoor audio tour of the Stations. While
visiting be sure to stop at the Pilgrim Gift Shop
where you can find a generous selection of
gifts for all life events.
HOURS
MONDAY - THURSDAY 9:30AM - 6 PM
FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9:30 AM - 4 PM
SUNDAY Noon - 4 PM
www.MariaSteinShrine.org
on facebook - Maria Stein Shrine
A Place of
Peace, Prayer, and Hospitality
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New Bremen
Minister
1. Auglaize County Courthouse
2. Auglaize County Mooney Museum
3. The Belle of St. Marys
4. Bicycle Museum of America
5. Convention & Visitors Bureau
6. Cridersville Historical Museum
7. Fort Amanda Monument & Park
9. Fort Recovery State Museum
10. Fort Recovery Visitors Center
11. Grand Lake St. Marys State Park
12. Maria Stein Heritage Museum
13. Memorial Covered Bridge
14. Mercer County Courthouse
15. Mercer County Historical
Society Museum
16. Miami-Erie Canal Towpath
& Visitors Center
17. Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics
18. Armstrong Air & Space Museum
19. New Bremen Historical Museum
20. New Knoxville Historical Museum
21. Northwood Lighthouse
22. Rotary Lighthouse
23. St. Charles Center
24. St. Marys Memorial Park
25. State Fish Hatchery
26. Behm’s Lighthouse
27. Auglaize County Wapakoneta Museum
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CELINA - COLDWATER PATH
The 4.5 mile long, 10 foot wide path was once an old railroad
bed. This shaded path which runs through fertile farm land is
perfect for biking, walking, running and skating. Take St. Rte
127 south of Celina and turn right on to Schunck Rd., path is
on the left.
Wow!
Mercer County is
Ohio’s #1 in
Agriculture
This 1.7 mile paved trail is accessible on the west bank of
Grand Lake St Marys on West Bank Rd., Celina. This trail
meanders along the lake and into a wooded area. The
non-motorized trail is great for walking, biking, and skating.
EAST BANK PATH
This 2 mile paved stretch is along the east bank of Grand Lake
St. Marys.It is great for biking, walking, running, skating and
has a full view of the lake.
AUGLAIZE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
201 Willipie St., Wapakoneta 45895
www.auglaizecounty.org.
This neoclassical structure of Berea sandstone features
a central gallery open to the second floor making the
stained glass skylight visible from both floors. “The
Copper Lady,” who once stood proudly atop the courthouse tower, now has a prominent place in the gallery.
Casual Dining
in Elegant
Surroundings
MERCER COUNTY COURTHOUSE
Steak & Seafood
Ballroom
Outdoor Patio
Find us on
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WEST BANK TRAIL
101 N. Main St., Celina 45822
419-586-3178
for group tours
www.mercercountyohio.org.
Forty foot Ionic columns grace the four entrances to the
Greek Revival, gray Bedford limestone courthouse in the
heart of Celina. Its impressive interior is enhanced with
large bronze doors, marble floors, walls and staircases
as well as a colored glass dome.
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP GREENWAY TRAIL
Highlight of this 6.5 mile, continuous, non-motorized, paved
walking trail is the 100 acre, wildlife preservation area that can
be viewed along the pathway. The Franklin Township Nature
Park includes an observation platform overlooking two
wetlands.
MIAMI-ERIE CANAL PATH
You can hike for miles along this historic trail. The trail is
accessible from Memorial Park. St. Marys. (parking available).
A great place to walk and enjoy nature’s beauty.
PRAIRE CREEK WETLANDS TRAIL
This .7 mile trail meanders through the Prairie Creek
Wetlands where you can view abundant wildlife among the
three ponds. This crush stone trail is adjacent to the Franklin
Township Greenway Trail
ROUTE 703 BIKE PATH
This stretch on State Route 703 between Celina and St. Marys
is for the experienced rider as the rider cycles alongside
sometimes heavy traffic. The path is approximately
9 miles long.
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KOZY CAMPGROUND
RIVER TRAIL CAMPGROUND
MERCER COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
RUSTIC HAVEN
GRAND LAKE ST. MARYS STATE PARK
WAPAKONETA KOA
7712 Deep Cut Rd., Mendon, OH 45862
419-795-1400 • www.rivertrailoh.com
5134 It’s It Rd., Celina, OH 45822
419-268-2275 • www.kozykampground.com
935 Koehn Rd., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-8089
1001 West Market St., Celina, OH 45822
419-586-3239 • www.mercercountyohiofair.com
14719 Cemetery Rd., Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-6016, 800-562-9872
www.wapakonetakoa.com
834 Edgewater Dr., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-2774 • www.ohiostateparks.org
GALAXY STARLIGHT CAMPGROUND
14338 Townline-Kossuth Rd., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-3836
GLACIER HILL LAKES
11675 Wapak-Freyburg Rd., Wapakoeta, OH 45895
419-738-3005 • www.glacier-hill-lakes.com
HECK’S LANDING
8583 St Rte 219, Celina, OH 45822
419-394-6433
5380 Club Island Rd., Celina, OH, 45866,The Gilliland
Nature Sanctuary is located on the Southside of Grand
Lake St Marys. The 80 acre prairie grass and wooded
wildlife sanctuary offers an observation tower and
contains 23 signposts identifying different plant and tree
species and ecosystems along the 2.7-mile walking trail at
the site. The park also contains a kiosk containing pamphlets with a map and more details about plants, trees
and habitat in the sanctuary.
Delicious Chicken, Pizza, Hand Dipped Ice Cream & More!
Amish Meat and Cheeses and Unique Gift Items
Consignment & Antique Shop
Open Saturday and Sunday 9am-5pm
Big Bucks Firearms &
Sporting Good Store * Archery Range
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are located within the campground. The park also has 3
public swimming beaches as well as swimming areas for
boaters. Picnic areas with tables and grills are located in
scenic areas around the lake. The East Bank/ Villanova
area has several large stone shelter houses available on a
reservation basis. Boat dock rentals are available through
the State Park Office. Hunting is permitted in designated
areas. There are seasonal duck blinds available by lottery
through ODNR.
St. Marys Memorial Park
Chestnut & South Streets, St. Marys, OH 45885
Dedicated to the local veterans, the park has the St.
Marys River and the Miami & Erie Canal flowing through it
in downtown St. Marys. The Belle of St. Marys, a full scale
replica of a packet canal boat measures 76 feet long and
14 feet wide and rests on the waters of the Canal while
the Memorial Covered Bridge spans the St. Marys River
in the park. The park also contains the Veterans Walkway,
Clock Tower and bricked walking path for a stroll along
the canal and the newly restored canal Lock 13 and
adjoining High Street Park.
St. Marys Heritage Park
202 E. Spring Street, St. Marys, OH 45885
View the three painted murals depicting the history of
this canal town from the frontier era to the present. The
restored Art Deco fountain, wrought iron fencing and
sister city tribute make this small park a delightful stop.
Grand Lake St. Marys State Park
Park Office, 834 Edgewater Dr., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-3611 - Campground Office 419-394-2774
The lake itself and much of its perimeter was dedicated
as an Ohio State park in 1949. The park campgrounds
has 199 campsites (174 with electric and 15 full hookup) and 7 rental cabins. A “campers only” swimming
beach, Wi-Fi and boat tie-ups are available within the
campground. Horseshoe pits, sand volleyball, basketball,
bicycle rentals, a 9 hole putt-putt course and a camp store
Open Daily 6am-9pm
Buses & Large Groups Welcome
One of Mercer County’s Largest Tourist Attractions
Fort Recovery Monument Park
State Routes 119 and 49, Fort Recovery, OH 45846
President William Howard Taft signed a bill in 1908
to authorize a monument in honor of those soldiers
who died serving under Generals St. Clair and Wayne.
Dedicated on July 1, 1913, the base of the 101 foot
monument holds the bones of the fallen soldiers who
died in the battles at Ft. Recovery. The nine-foot tall
statue depicts a frontiersman facing west to the beautiful
unsettled land into which he triumphed.
GILLILAND NATURE SANCTUARY
Niekamp Farm Market
Judy Hemmelgarn
Realtor®
40687680
11:00 am-7:00pm Tuesday-Friday •
9:00 am-5:00pm Saturday & Sunday
8 miles south of Celina on
State Route 127
Phone/Fax 419-925-5208
Toll Free 866-535-1416
www.niekamp.com
Ft. Amanda Monument & Park
State Route 198 (7 ½ miles NW of Wapakoneta)
Erected in 1812 under orders from General William
Henry Harrison, Fort Amanda was a base of supplies for
Harrison’s army during the War of 1812. The remains of 75
soldiers, each simply marked “Unknown Soldier, War of
1812” lie beside the Auglaize River. A gray, granite shaft
monument was erected in 1915 marking the site of the
first shipyard, first religious meeting house, first post office
& first national cemetery. Open May thru October: Dawn
to Dusk.
Wow!
Fashioned after the
Washington Monument, an
estimated 1200 people are
buried beneath the 101 foot
tall Fort Recovery
Monument which is more
than 100 years old.
Lake Specialist
Bus: (419) 394-6404
Bus: (800) 522-7234
Fax: (419) 394-6603
Cell: (419) 305-6333
Email: [email protected]
333 W Spring Street St. Marys, OH 45885
355 Pershing,
Sandy Beach St. Marys
75 Southmoor Shores
St. Marys
6725 Hillside Ct.,
Celina
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Bud’s Corvette Showroom
1415 Commerce Dr. St. Marys, OH 45885
800-688-2837 www.budschevy.com.
If you love Corvettes, check out Bud’s Chevrolet’s huge indoor
Corvette showroom, a favorite Ohio tourist stop for all
Corvette fans. Don’t miss the annual, huge Corvette Rally on
May 9, 2015. Corvette showroom hours. Mon-Thur 9:00 am–
7:00 pm, Fri 9:00 am – 6:00 pm, Sat 9:00 am-3:00 pm.
Eldora Speedway
13929 State Route 118, New Weston, OH
937-338-3815 www.eldoraspeedway.com
Owned by NASCAR great Tony Stewart, this nationally known
speedway, the fastest 1⁄2 mile dirt track in the nation, annually
hosts sprint, midget, modified and stock races including the
famous All Star Outlaw Sprints, the Annual Kings Royal Race
and the U.S.A.C. Four Crown Nationals.
Moeller Brew Barn
8016 Marion Dr, Maria Stein, OH 45860
www.moellerbrewbarn.com
Opening in April 2015! Tour Brewery where they brew Fresh
Local Craft Beer. Enjoy beer by the pint or sample a flight in
their Tap Room. Take home a 1/2 gallon growler, 5 gallon or
15.5 gallon keg. Beer trailer available for Special Events or
host your private party at the Brew Barn!
Wow!
The Dannon Yogurt
Facility in Minster
produces 230,000
cups of yogurt each
hour.
Niekamp - Farm Market, Antiques and Collectibles
2484 State Route 127, St. Henry, OH 45883
419-925-5208, 866-535-1416 www.niekamp.com
With over 55,000 square feet of shopping pleasure including
Amish meats & cheeses, hand-dipped ice cream, hand made
quilts, Amish Oak furniture and sporting goods. Niekamp’s is
a fun stop for the whole family.
Overdrive Entertainment
3769 State Route 127, Celina, OH 45822
419-925-9999
Premier entertainment venue featuring musical acts and
comedians. Check out their website www.TheOverdrive.com
for a complete schedule of events.
Pla-Mor Adventure Golf
225 E. Hardin, Coldwater, OH 45823
419-678-4767 www.plamoradventuregolf.net
Bring the entire family to play this adventurous course
consisting of boulders, waterfalls and fountains. Snack shop,
admission charge, call for hours or visit website.
The Potter House & Java Nation
110-108 S. Main St. Celina, OH 45822
419-584-1705
Paint your own pottery. Enjoy great food, specialty coffee
drinks, wine, craft beer and unique gift shop. Live musical
entertainment.
The Winery at Versailles
6572 SR 47, Versailles, OH 45380 937-526-3232
www.wineryatversailles.com
A small family winery with all wine made on premise. They
offer tours and sampling, wine by the glass or bottle, chilled
wine, gifts and wine accessories. Special events throughout
the year and they can accommodate small private parties in
the winery or patio. Open year round, 6 days a week.
Arts Place
138 East Spring St., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-0707
Located in the downtown historic district, the Collective
Center houses a gallery and studio space for visual and
performing arts instruction. Hours: Monday & Wednesday
12-4 p.m., Tuesday & Thursday 2-6 p.m.
Celina Rotary Dog Park
Located on the west bank of Grand Lake St. Marys, this 3.8
acre, fenced park is a wonderful opportunity for unleashed
fun for you and your dog. The grassy, wooded area is divided
for large and small dogs and includes a water fountain and
benches.
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Coldwater Creek Alpacas
5254 Younger Rd., Celina, OH 45822
419-678-8621 www.coldwatercreekalpacas.com
Stop by to see these peaceful, beautiful animals. Check out
the Coldwater Creek Alpaca Store for items made from their
soft fleece. Call for an appointment.
Rockford Belle
Cridersville Speedway
St. Marys Boat Club
19140 S. Dixie Highway, Cridersville, OH 45806
www.cridersvillespeedway.com
Exciting go kart racing action.
Fort Amanda Canoe Livery
22638 Dughill Road 109, Cridersville OH 45806
Canoe & Kayak Rentals for adventure along the Auglaize
River. Reservations Welcome. Call 419-657-6782 for River
Conditions.
Grand Lake Mariners Collegiate Baseball
Each summer the local team takes to the home field in
Westview Park in Celina. Throughout June and July the
Mariners participate in a top notch college league where
future professional players hone their skills. Games are played
on weekday evenings and weekend afternoons. Admission
charged. Call 800-860-4726 for a complete game schedule.
Grand Miami Disc Golf Course in K.C. Geiger Park
100 Greenville Road, St. Marys OH 45885
Enjoy this 18 hole disc golf course in beautiful K.C. Geiger
Park. Free for all ages.
The Langsdon Gem & Mineral Collection
The Mercer County District Library 303 North Main Street
Celina OH 45822 419-586-4442
www.mercer.lib.oh.us/minerals.htm
Rock hounds take note of this fabulous gem and mineral
collection which features 661 samples on display from all
around the world. Each sample is labeled with the mineral
type and place of origin. Displayed in brightly lit cases, the
minerals sparkle and gleam with a life of their own.
135 Market St, Rockford OH 567-644-9993
Entertainment venue in Rockford, featuring Gospel and family
musical performances. Check out their Facebook page for a
schedule of events.
937 Edgewater Dr.,St. Marys, OH 45885 419-300-7622
Weekends only www.stmarysboatclub.com
Member services include seasonal docks, boat storage, trailer
storage, hoist, jib crane, Club house with bathrooms, showers,
kitchen, lounge, cable TV and free Wi-Fi.
St. Marys East Bank Dog Park
Located in East Bank Park just off SR 364, along Grand Lake
St. Marys, this two acre fenced park is a scenic site for
unleashed fun for you and your dog. The grassy, shaded area
is divided for large and small dogs.
St. Marys Miniature Golf
K.C. Geiger Park, Greenville Road, St. Marys, OH
419-394-3303
This course is operated on the honor system, $2 a round for
ages 13 & over. $1 for ages 12 & under. Hours in-season
Monday Through Sunday a11am-11-pm.
Waynesfield Motorsports Park
15595 Waynesfield Road, Waynesfield OH 45896
419-568-2893 www.waynesfiledmotorsportspark.com
Friday Night--Go Kart Racing. Saturday Nights--Stock Car,
E-mods, Mini Sprints, Sprint Cars, Bomber Trucks &
Compacts, great racing action.
Woodland Rollerdome
2600 Celina Rd., St. Marys, OH, 419-394-4246
This renovated Rollerdome includes a 3,000-watt sound
system and the area’s only laser-light show webbing across
the skate floor. Other amenities include an arcade, the Tiki
Bar Snack shop and souvenir shop.
Mack Arena
10 miles west of Celina, OH on St. Rt. 29 419-942-1720
See professional bull riding at its best. Watch the thrilling
action or try it yourself. Heated Arena, Concessions.
Admission charged. Every Saturday night Oct-May 7:30 p.m.
Riverside Arts Center
3 W Auglaize St. Wapakoneta OH 45895 419-738-2352
Located in historic downtown Wapakoneta, the Center
houses a gallery and studio space for visual and performing
arts instruction. Open Wednesday through Friday, Noon to
4pm, Saturday 10am to 1pm.
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Deer Field
5621 Shelley Rd.
Rockford, OH 45882
419-363-9400,
800-523-6306
Mercer County Elks Club
3242 State Route 127
Celina, OH 45822
419-925-4215
Fox’s Den
1221 Irmscher Blvd.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-3102
www.foxsdengolfclub.com
Northmoor Golf
8330 State Route 703 East
Celina, OH 45822
419-394-4896
Miracle Lanes
1848 Union City Rd.
Ft Recovery, OH 45846
419-375-4274
Prairie View
26820 State Route 67
Waynesfield, OH 45896
419-568-7888
Varsity Bowling Lanes
91 Herzing St.
St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-2915
Bowling Allies
Plaza Bowling Lanes
114 E. Forest St.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-5340
Community Lanes
356 E 3rd St.
Minster, OH 45865
419-628-2717
Cinema
Celina Cinemas
116 North Main St.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-9999
5 Screens
Speedway Lanes
455 N. Herman St.
New Bremen, OH 45869
419-629-2409
Pla-Mor Lanes
225 E. Hardin
Coldwater, OH 45828
419-678-3113
Starlight Drive In
1889 U.S. Route 127, St.
Henry, OH 45883
419-925-4944
Wapa Theatre
15 Willipie St.
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-3718
Wapakoneta Water Park
Hamilton St. - Harmon Park
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-6412
Pools
Bryson Pool
801 W Market St.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-6870
St. Marys
Aquatic Center Pool
1010 Motz
St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-6103
Stop & Shop
Awhile
Books
New Bremen Coffee Co.
& Books
107 W. Monroe St.
New Bremen, OH 45869
419-629-8009
www.nbcoffee.com
Barnes & Noble Bookstore
WSULC
7600 Lake Campus Dr.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-0345
Clothing, Accessories
& Personal Services
Laudicks Jewelry Inc.
215 W. Main St.
Coldwater, OH 45828
419-678-2929
Betsey’s Boutique Shop
139 S. Main St.
Rockford, OH 45822
Revival Spa
909 East Wayne St.
Suite 106
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-6688
www.revivalspa.com
Home & Hardware
Fowler TV Inc.
1301 E Spring St.
St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-5316
fowlerstvinc.com
Grand Lake Builders Supply
7100 Riley Rd.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-1407
Moran Refrigeration, Inc.
820 South Wayne St.
St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-2351
moranrefrigeration.com
St. Marys Hardware
Company, Inc.
158-174 East High St. Marys,
OH 45885
419-394-4257
st.maryshardware.doitbest.
com
Re:Furb Sweet
Shabby Chic
207 S. Main St.
Celina, OH 45822,
567-644-1086
refurbdowntowncelina.com
Specialty Shops
Niekamp Farm & Flea Market
6133 Olding Rd.
St. Henry, OH 45883
419-925-5208
niekamp.com
The Potter House &
Java Nation
110-108 S. Main St.
Celina, OH 45822
419-584-1705
Pilgrim Gift Shop
2219 St. Johns Rd.
Maria Stein. OH
419-925-4532
mariasteinshrine.org/
shop-online
The Winery at Versailles
6572 ST RT 47
Versailles, OH 45388
937-526-3232
wineryatversailles.com
facebook.com/moellerbrewbarn
*Free Entertainment
*Country Fest Tractor Square Dancers
*Truck and Tractor Pull
*Mini-Indy Race
*Chainsaw Wood Carving
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*Great Food- featuring Turtle Soup and Fried Chicken
*FUN FOR ALL AGES
www.mscountryfest.com
Directions- The Maria Stein Country Fest is on the grounds of the Shrine of the Holy
Relics in Maria Stein, Ohio. In Mercer County on St. Johns Road between SR 119 & 274.
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Rockford Splash Pad
Shanes Park
600 West Front St.
Rockford, OH 45882
moellerbrewbarn.com
28th Annual
Maria Stein Country Fest
June 26, 27, & 28, 2015
Lock One Theater
8 West Monroe St.
New Bremen, OH 45869
419-629-4105
www.lockonetheater.com
twitter.com/moellerbrewbarn
Public Golf Courses
Arrowhead Golf Club
2211 Dirksen Rd.
Minster, OH 45865
419-628-3111
www.arrowhead-golf.com
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Calico Cafe
116 W. Main St., Suite 3
Coldwater, OH 45828
419-678-2417
Behm’s Landing
5444 Behm Rd.
Celina, OH 45822
419-394-5267
Mommy & Me on Main
104 S Main St.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-9964
Bella’s Italian Grille
1081 West Bank Rd.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-9545
bellasitaliangrille.com
Wapakoneta Antique and
Specialty Shops
8 South Blackhoof St.
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-4494
wapakshops.com
Local Food
Favorites
Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill
1200 Indiana Ave.
St. Marys, Ohio 45885
419 -778- 7112
beerbarrelpizza.com
Big Bamboos
Dockside Grill
725 West Bank Rd.
Celina OH 45822
567-510-5308
Candle light Inn
302 S. Main St.
Celina, OH 45822
567-890-5555
candlelightinncelina.com
CJ’s Highmark’s
1211 Irmscher Blvd.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-5552
cjhighmark.com
Happy Daz
1007 Lincoln Avenue
Wapakoneta OH 45895
567-356-4034
happydaz.com
Celina Wine Store
716 W Logan St.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-6416
celinawinestore.com
JT’s Brew & Grill
470 Fortman Dr
St Marys, OH 45885
419-300-3663
jtbrewandgrill.com
C-Town Wings
107 s Main St
Celina, OH 45822
419-942-9464
ctownwings.com
Lake City Creamery
5465 ST RT 29
Celina, OH 45822
419-268-2489
lakecitycreamery.com
Guarnieri Pizzeria
216 E Spring St.
St Marys, OH 45885
419-394-2244
Marley’s Downtown
15 Perry St.
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-7020
marleysdowntownohio.com
Casa Rodriquez
202 W. Logan St.
Celina, OH 45822
419-586-6548
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McDonald’s
Grand Lake Rd
Celina, OH 45822
Celina, St Marys, Coldwater,
Wapakoneta, Minster
419-586-1848
Motor Inn
Family Restaurant
10391 US RT 127
Mendon, OH 45862
419-363-2200
New Bremen Coffee &
Books
107 W Monroe St
New Bremen, OH 45869
419-629-8009
nbcoffee.com
Niekamp Farm & Flea
Market
6133 Olding Rd.
St. Henry, OH 45883
419-925-5208
niekamp.com
Pla-Mor Lanes
225 E. Hardin
Coldwater, OH 45828
419-678-3113
plamorlanes.net
Wow!
The Potter House &
Java Nation
110-108 S. Main St
Celina, OH 45822
419-584-1705
javanations.com
Villa Nova Drive-Thru
182 Eastbank Rd.
St Marys, OH 45885
419-394-5555
villanovadrivethru.com
Immigrant workers were
paid 30 cents and a
jigger of whiskey a day
to construct what is now
Grand Lake St. Marys.
The whiskey was thought
to fend off malaria and to
“increase morale.”
full pg ad
Vogel’s Bakeshop
1601 Celina Rd.
St Marys, OH 45885
419-394-2614
(Celina & St Marys location)
vogelsbakeshop.com
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Auglaize & Mercer Counties Convention
& Visitors Bureau
900 Edgewater Dr., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-1294, 800-860-4726 • www.SeeMore.org
Hospitals
Celina-Mercer County Chamber of Commerce
226 N. Main St., Celina, OH 45822
419-586-2219•www.celinamercer.com
Mercer County Community Hospital
950 S. Main St., Coldwater, OH 45822
419-678-2341 • www.mercer-health.com
Southwestern Auglaize County
Chamber of Commerce
107 W. Monroe St., New Bremen, OH 45869
419-629-0313 • www.auglaize.org
Emergency Services
St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce
301 E. Spring St., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-300-4611 • www.stmarysohio.org
The Lima News, The Daily Standard
The Evening Leader, Wapakoneta Daily News
Joint Township District Memorial Hospital
200 St. Clair St., St. Marys, OH 45885
419-394-3335• www.grandlakehealth.org
Auglaize County Sheriff’s Office
Mercer County Sheriff’s Office
Local Newspapers
Local Radio Stations
Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce
30 E. Auglaize St., Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-2911• www.wapakoneta.com
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Two Bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Fully Furnished Kitchen
Family Room
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Washer and Dryer
Villa’s Lodge Party Room
Patio Overlooking Pond
Free Witeless Internet
Walking distance to the Lake
Boardwalk
State boat launch
Bike path
Dog park
Paved trails
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To make a hotel villa reservation, call
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100SouthMainStreet•Celina,OH45822
www.westlakevillas.com
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Varsity Lanes Pro-Shop
91 Herzing St., St. Marys
419-394-2915
www.varsitylanes.com
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Amenities Include:
WCSM 1350AM, 96.7FM,
WKKI 94.3FM, WMLX 103.3FM
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419-738-6565
419-586-7724
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Mercer County Ribfest
Summer Moon Festival
LIA Barstool Open
Grand Lake Marathon
Harvest Jubilee
Lake Festival
Summerfest
Oktoberfest
Country Fest
NTPA Tractor Pulls
Mercer County
Banner Fair
Walk with Nature along
the Miami-Erie Canal
Celina, OH
May 15-16
Mercercountyohiofair.com
Fort Recovery, OH
June 18-21
Fortrecovery.org
Maria Stein, OH
June 26-28
mscountryfest.com
Independence Day
Celebration
New Knoxville, OH
July 3-4
newknoxville.com
Freedom Days
Celina, OH
July 3-5
freedomdayspicnic.com
LARGEST FIREPLACE & STOVE DISPLAY
WITH OVER 200 UNITS.
INCLUDING 80 LIVE TO BURN MODELS
www.kuckrealty.com
See Us For
All Your
Real Estate
Needs!
Dependable & Caring Since 1949!
KERNSFIREPLACE
• Gas • Corn
•Wood • Pellet
• Electric
• Fireplaces • Gas Grills
• Stoves
• Spas
• Heaters
• Logs
• Outdoor Fireplaces
Auglaize County Fair
Wapakoneta, OH
Aug 2-8
auglaizecountyfair.org
World’s Longest
Yardsale
US 127
Aug 6-9
127sale.com
CELINA
5217 Tama Road
Located on
Grand Lake
419-363-2230
Buon Appetito!
SR 127, 5 Miles of Celina
One mile west on Tama Road
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We specialize in
lake listings!
Fort Recover, OH
July 31-Aug 1
fortpull.com
4147 Elida Road
419-224-4656
St Marys, OH
Aug 13-16
stmarys.org
Celina, OH
Aug 14-20
mercercountyohiofair.com
Bremenfest
New Bremen, OH
Aug 14-16
bremenfest.com
Governor’s Cup Regatta
Celina, OH
Aug 22-23
celinaevents.com
Celina, OH
Sept 26
grandlakemarathon.com
Minster, OH
Oct 2-4
minsteroktoberfest.com
St Marys, OH
Oct. 18
stmarys.org
Wow!
If you hike on the Miami
and Erie Canal Towpath
Trail and keep going you
can walk all the way around
the state of Ohio on the
Buckeye Trail, 1,400 miles.
Pasta
Steaks
Seafood
Pizza
& Spa!
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Celina, OH
July 24-26
celinalakefestival.com
Grand Lake St. Marys
Aug 8
LakeImprovement.com
Bella’s
Italian Grille
Sunday 11 am-8pm
Mon.-Thurs. 11am-9pm
Fri. – Sat. 11 am-10pm
40688625
206 E. Spring St., St. Mary's, Ohio 45885
Ph. 1-800-299-8230
Wapakoneta, OH
July 15-19
summermoonfestival.com
www.bellasitaliangrille.com
419-586-9545
1081 West Bank Road, Celina
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America Best Value Inn Celina
1421 State Route 703, Celina, OH 45822
419-586-4656
www.bvicelina.com
42/5
America Best Value St Marys
1321 Celina Rd., St Marys, OH 45885
419-394-2341
www.bvistmarys.com
46/14
Best Western Wapakoneta Inn
1008 Lunar Dr., Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-2050
bestwesternohio.com/hotels/
bestwestern-wapakoneta-inn
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Celina Motel
225 South Main St., Celina, OH 45822
419-586-2343
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HS-Internet/
Cable
Breakfast
Restaurant
Adjacent
Exercise
Room
Whirlpool
Pool (I/O)
Banquet
Room
Conference
Room
Rooms /
Suites
Hotel/Motel
Y
Y
Y
Lake View, Coffee Makers, Refrigerators,
Microwaves, Hair Dryers, Irons, Local Paper,
Free HBO
Y
Y
Y
TV Japan, Coffee Makers, Refrigerators,
Microwaves, Hair Dryers, Irons, Laundry,
USA Today, Showtime, Playground, YMCA
Guest Passes
Y
Y
Complimentary Hot Breakfast, In-Room
Digital Safes, Hair Dryers, Iron & Ironing
Boards, 2 Line Phone, Voice Mail, Coffee
Makers, Microwaves & Refrigerators
Available, Fax, Copier, HBO
Y
Microwaves & Refrigerators Available,
Fax, Copier, HBO
(On Site)
I
Y
Y
Y
Y
Crescent Motel
14 South Hanover Street, Minster, OH
45865
OPENING IN 2015
Holiday Inn Express
2020 Holiday Dr., Celina, OH 45822
419-586-4919
www.hiexpress.com/hotels/us/en/
celina/celna/hoteldetail
53/2
Knights Inn
1659 Wapak-Fisher Rd.
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-2184
www.knightsinn.com
38/2
Quality Inn & Suites
1410 Commerce Dr., St. Marys, Ohio
45885
419-394-2710
56/5
Y
Romer’s Westlake Hotel Villas
1101 West Bank Rd., Celina, OH 45822
419-584-1444
www.westlakevillas.com
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Super 8 Motel
1011 Lunar Dr., Wapakoneta, OH 45895
419-738-8810
38
Y
West Bank Inn
1055 West Bank Rd., Celina, OH 45822
419-584-3625
www.westbankinn.com
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Cabins, Cottages AND
BED AND BREAKFAST INNS
Bank Road Bungalow Celina, 45822 419-584-0748,
[email protected]
Edgewater Cottage Nicholson Drive, Celina, 45822, 419-7338105 or 419-733-0432,
Email: [email protected],
www.vrbo.com/104962
Escape by the Lake 23 Bass Dr., Celina, 45822 937-232-3358
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Additional Amenities & Services
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Complimentary Express Start Hot Breakfast,
Digital Safes, Hair Dryers, Iron & Ironing
Boards, Voice Mail, Coffee Makers,
Microwaves & Refrigerators Available, Fax,
Copier, HBO, YMCA Passes
Y
In-Room Hair Dryers, Coffee Makers,
Microwaves & Refrigerators Available, Fax,
Copier, Cable TV
Y
Complimentary Continental Hot Breakfast,
Digital Safes, Hair Dryers, Iron & Ironing
Boards, Coffee Makers, Microwaves &
Refrigerators Available, Fax, Copier
Y
Villa’s have 2 BR Sleeps 6, Furnished
Kitchen, Living Rm, Washer/Dryer
Y
Y
Complimentary Breakfast, In-Room Hair
Dryers, Coffee Makers, Microwaves &
Refrigerators Available, Fax, Copier, HBO
Y
Y
2 person Whirlpool Rooms Available,
Complimentary Continental Breakfast,
In-Room Safes, Hair Dryers, Iron & Ironing
Boards, Voice Mail, Coffee Makers,
Microwaves & Refrigerators Available, Fax,
HBO
Y
Y
I
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Y
Y
Y
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Grand Lake St. Marys State Park 834 Edgewater Drive, St. Marys, 45885
1-866-644-6727
Grandview Cottage West Bank Rd., Celina, 45822
419-925-4078 M-F daytime,
419-925-4840 PM & Weekends
Riverside Landing 82 North Canal St., Montezuma, 45866,
419-942-1227
R.M. Morvillius House 206 S. Main St., Ft. Recovery, 45846,
419-375-0046 [email protected]
The Eight Acres St. Marys, 45885 419-852-3333
The Gels Home Bed & Breakfast 507 N. 2nd St. Coldwater 45822,
419-678-3288
www.gelshomebnb.com
Wapakoneta KOA 14719 Cemetery Road, Wapakoneta
45895
419-738-6016, 800-562-9872
www.wapakonetakoa.com
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